Critter Camp

We offer many biology and conservation programs for kids. Our first, and most popular is Critter Camp - a science-based summer camp with two locations — the Friends School of Atlanta and the Blue Heron Nature Preserve. Campers explore concepts in biology, ecology and conservation using a safe, hands-on approach with reptiles and amphibians.. Here are some of the highlights, but a lot more information, including registration details are available on theCritter Camp website (critter-camp.org)

Critter Camp is hosted at the Friends School of Atlanta and The Blue Heron Nature Preserve and is open to all. It is intended for ages 6 - 13. Critter Camp is kept small (12 students max) and is a safe, hands-on experience to learn about these fascinating animals.

Mondays at Critter Camp is 'Salamander Day', Tuesdays are 'Frog Day', then turtles, lizards and then Friday is 'Snake Day' ... Snakes are a fascinating group of animals and Snake Day is a favorite among campers.

At Critter Camp, we understand that campers learn best when given a chance to explore the material on their own. Each day starts with 'Observation Time' where the campers can feed, water and observe the animals at their own pace.

At the Amphibian Foundation, where the animals used for Critter Camp reside, we have over 200 reptiles and amphibians - many of them are frogs. We teach the campers how to safely handle these delicate animals - for the animals' safety as well as the campers'.